Earth Science Geology, the Environment, and the Universe

Section 2: Wind

Self-Check Quizzes-English

1
Unlike water, wind is able to __________.
A)move sediment downhill
B)abrade particles
C)put sediment into suspension
D)move sediment uphill
2
Which of the sand dunes in the figure accumulates in areas with very little sand?
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A)A
B)B
C)C
D)D
3
According to the map, which part of the country experiences almost no wind erosion?
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A)the northeast
B)the midwest
C)the southeast
D)the northern plains
4
When is wind-transported material deposited?
A)when the particles break apart
B)when the wind becomes stronger
C)when the wind slows
D)when the wind changes direction
5
What is a rock called that has been shaped by wind-blown sediments?
A)a dune
B)a ventifact
C)a desert pavement
D)loess
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